Teachers, pilots, several tourism jobs reserved for locals only

Finding a solution to this problem is a challenging task; it is important to keep this in mind and set a schedule, said the Minister.

25 December 2023

Malaysia's Batik Air launches flights to Maldives

Batik Air offers daily flights between Kuala Lumpur and Male via Colombo, with direct flights connecting the two capitals expected to commence in June.

13 May 2023

Suadi low-cost carrier flynas to begin Maldives flights

Saudi flag carrier Saudia is the only airline operating direct flights between the Gulf kingdom and Maldives.

8 March 2023

Flydubai launches Maldives-Sri Lanka daily flights

FlyDubai will operate daily flights between Male and Colombo using Boeing 737 aircraft.

30 October 2022

Israeli flag carrier mulls Maldives flights

El Al had in 2011 applied to begin direct service between Tel Aviv and Male, but later abandoned the plans due to protests.

8 March 2023

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi begins Maldives flights

The route will be operated four times per week in October, increasing to six times per week in November and operating daily from December.

4 October 2022

Maldives to launch new international airline

The airline is primarily expected to target key tourist markets including China, Europe and Russia.

31 August 2023

Maldives' SIMDI, UAE's ARABESQUE to launch luxury leisure airline

SIMDI and ARABESQUE say they aim to bring affordable luxury travel with an ultimate private jet-like experience

8 September 2022